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AI, cyber, and climate change will be the key insurance themes in 2026
GlobalData has selected the three key themes for 2026 in its annual Predictions Webinar.
Overlong insurance application is most common complaint from vulnerable customers
Many vulnerable customers cite challenges with the insurance application process, while a significant proportion are denied a policy altogether.
Brokers key to closing the SME cyber protection gap
Over 25% of SMEs select “I was advised by a broker” as the reason for purchasing cyber insurance, according to a GlobalData survey.
FCA moves to standardise ESG ratings as regulation drives ESG plans
GlobalData finds regulation is the leading motivator behind ESG plans as the FCA introduces proposals to boost ESG rating transparency.
Consumers would like to see more diversity in the board rooms of insurers
UK consumers think there should be better representation of women and ethnic minorities on insurance boards.
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Consumers willing to pay more for automatic travel insurance as cyber threats disrupt airports
Airports hit by cyber chaos highlight the need for parametric travel cover and growing demand for cyber insurance.
The price of gold hits $3,000 amid rising global uncertainties, benefiting HNW ETF inflows
According to our HNW Asset Allocation Analytics 2024, only 2.4% of HNW onshore wealth is allocated to gold directly (or 18.9% of investors’ commodity portfolios).
Will Trump disruption or tax policy end up driving offshore flows?
Trump’s previous administration focused on major tax cuts.
2024 US Election: Wealth managers need to invest in their crypto asset offerings
The aggregate result of this election cycle, not least the US presidential contest, is bullish for the crypto industry in the US and by extension the world.
ESG will remain a key long-term wealth manager priority despite Trump re-election
The importance of ESG investing compared to achieving the highest possible returns has been declining since 2021 across both the US and the world.